Vandals poison LFS coral tanks with copper

Vandals who are clearly knowledgeable about coral biology have reportedly poisoned the holding tanks at Saltwater Fanta-seas (a LFS in Portland, Oregon) by pouring a copper solution into their system.

The local newscast reports the destroyed livestock was valued up to $40,000, although I suspect this value is inflated for sensationalism. Whatever their value, this is yet another senseless and despicable act perpetrated on innocent animals. Unconfirmed reports suggest similar vandalism have occurred multiple times in the Pacific Northwest and elsewhere across the country. LFS are cautioned to remain vigilant and use security cameras.